Platform Engineer- SQL

**Overview:** We are seeking a highly skilled Platform Engineer with a passion for automation to join our talented IT team. In this role, you will play a crucial role in optimizing and maintaining our database systems while spearheading efforts to automate routine tasks and streamline processes. **Primary Responsibilities:** + Design, implement, and maintain database systems to ensure optimal performance, reliability, and scalability. + Develop and implement automation solutions for database deployment, configuration, monitoring, and maintenance tasks. + Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for automation and efficiency improvement across the organization. + Perform regular database performance tuning and optimization to meet business requirements and SLAs. + Troubleshoot database-related issues and implement solutions in a timely manner. + Establish and enforce database security policies and procedures. + Mentor junior team members and provide guidance on best practices for database administration and automation. **Education and Experience Required:** Associate’s degree and a minimum of 6 years’ RDBMS experience, OR in lieu of a degree, A combined minimum of 8 years’ higher education and/or work experience, including a minimum of 6 years’ RDBMS experience Proficiency in SQL/Oracle, experience with relational database management systems (e.g., MySQL, SQL Server). Hands-on experience with database automation tools and scripting languages (e.g., Python, PowerShell). **Education and Experience Preferred:** Bachelor’s degree or higher Experience with Ansible, Chef and Puppet Experience with cloud database platforms (e.g., AWS RDS, Azure SQL Database) **Location:** Abilene, Kansas, United States of America M&T Bank Corporation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, including disabilities and veterans.